A tuberculosis patient receiving care in a hospital ward
Community Health Initiative

TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.

Strengthening Early Detection, Screening & Community Care

“Tuberculosis remains the world’s leading infectious disease killer, surpassing even COVID-19 in 2023”

— World Health Organization, Global TB Report 2024

2,400,000+ TB prevalence in India330,000+ TB mortality1 in 4 global TB patients are in India56% reported no symptoms during screening

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Did You Know?

India carries a disproportionate TB burden.

Tuberculosis has the highest prevalence (2,400,000+) and mortality rate (330,000+) among the leading diseases in India.

The fight against TB continues as millions remain at risk.

A clinician reviewing a chest X ray during a consultationPatients receiving care in a tuberculosis hospital ward
Prevalence & Mortallity Rate of Leading Dieases in India

TB leads the comparison among major diseases in India.

Prevalence and mortality are shown together for Tuberculosis, Malaria, Hepatitis B, Dengue and HIV/AIDS.

Chart comparing prevalence and mortality of major diseases in India
25%

Roughly 1 in 4

of all global TB patients are in India.

Global TB burden chart showing India at roughly 25 percent
2023 Comparative Statistics

India vs. China

3.8xHigher Prevalence in India

One population size, quadruple the cases: India’s health crisis demands immediate, targeted intervention.

Estimated Cases: 2.82M (India) vs 0.74M (China)Table comparing the 2023 populations of India and China
The Need for Immediate Intervention

Despite continued national efforts, India’s TB burden remains high.

Active TB cases increased from 1,805,000 in 2020 to 2,700,000 in 2024
Hospitalised patient illustrating the consequences of delayed tuberculosis diagnosis
Problem Statement

Detection and nutrition must work together.

56%

of confirmed TB patients reported no symptoms during screening, exposing major gaps in symptom-based detection.

TB cannot be eliminated through medication alone. Undernutrition remains a major driver of infection, poor recovery, and mortality.

  • Asymptomatic TB cases contribute to delayed diagnosis and continued community transmission.
  • Undernutrition weakens immunity, increases disease severity, and impacts treatment outcomes.
  • Vulnerable populations often face both nutritional deficiency and delayed healthcare access.
  • Early community screening and nutritional support are critical for effective TB elimination.
Core Project Deliverables

A field-ready model for screening and recovery.

Full-service medical vans with driver, fuel, and comprehensive maintenance support. Asset-based handheld X-ray deployment for ultra-portable, field-level diagnostics.

Mobile X Ray Van

Full-service medical vans with driver, fuel, and comprehensive maintenance support.

Mobile X ray van operating in Sitarganj, Uttarakhand

Portable X Ray Machine

Asset-based handheld X-ray deployment for ultra-portable, field-level diagnostics.

Portable handheld X ray machine

Medical technical Staff

Professional X-ray technicians provided for high-quality image capture and triage.

Medical technical staff in blue uniforms

Nutrition Basket

High-calorie nutritional food baskets for all registered tuberculosis patients.

A nutrition basket being provided to a registered tuberculosis patient
Multi-State Comparative Burden

Targeted priorities for six high-burden states.

Each state requires a distinct combination of diagnostic capacity, mobile screening, workforce expansion and nutritional support.

~1,30,448

Total Active Burden

Map of Maharashtra

Maharashtra: Priority Requirements

  • Tech Deployment: Scale handheld X-ray screening.
  • Nutritional Support: Provide targeted family food baskets.
  • HR Scaling: Expand regional human resources.
  • Infrastructure: Strengthen local health support.
~92,607

Total Active Burden

Map of Rajasthan

Rajasthan: Priority Requirements

  • Nutritional Support: Food baskets for high-risk patients BMI < 18.
  • Mobile Screening: Deploy a fleet of 10 mobile units.
  • Sustainability: Ensure 100% operational & maintenance support.
~38,460

Total Active Burden

Map of Karnataka

Karnataka: Priority Requirements

  • Workforce: Deploy 62 X-ray Technicians.
  • Mobility: Provide 62 Mobile Vans.
  • Nutrition: Supply food baskets across 10 priority districts.
~ 50,956

Total Active Burden

Map of Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu: Priority Requirements

  • Mobility: Deploy 35 Mobile Screening Vans.
  • Strategy: Implement a 1-Van-Per-District model.
  • Scale: Achieve full state geographical coverage.
~47,631

Total Active Burden

Map of Telangana

Telangana: Priority Requirements

  • Nutrition: Provide 40,000 standardized food baskets.
  • Strategy: Establish nutritional support as a core pillar.
  • Engagement: Drive community-led Ni-kshay Mitra participation.
~4,28,951

Total Active Burden

Map of Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh: Priority Requirements

  • Mobility: Deploy advanced mobile screening vans.
  • Workforce: Recruit and deploy qualified X-ray technicians.
  • Operations: Secure 100% fuel and maintenance coverage.
Impact on the Diagnostic Cascade

Finding more “missing cases”.

Our integrated model significantly increases the detection of “missing cases” in vulnerable populations.

Diagnostic cascade showing 45 percent traditional screening, 78 percent mobile van model and 95 percent integrated support target
A doctor and community worker providing a nutritional food basket
Nutritional Patient Care

Healing the Body, Not Just Treating the Disease.

Detection is only half the battle. TB treatment is an intense physical toll, and medicine alone cannot cure a body weakened by malnutrition. To ensure full recovery and prevent relapse, we provide monthly nutritional food baskets to every registered patient under our care.

High-Protein Supplements

To rebuild lost muscle mass and strengthen the immune system.

Essential Grains & Pulses

To restore daily energy and help the body absorb medication effectively.

Consistent Support

Full monthly kits provided for the entire duration of treatment.

A mother and child representing communities supported by the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan
TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan

Let’s End TB Together.

Strengthening Early Detection, Screening & Community Care

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